Potential Energy
Definition: Stored energy that results from its position or potential.
Equation: PE = Mass x Gravity x Height
Equation: PE = Weight x Height
Earth's Gravity = 9.8m/s²
Math Solution: Suppose 6.0 Kg baby kitten falls from Mr. Booth’s roof to the soft grass below. If the height of the roof is 10 meters, what is the potential energy of the kitten?Answer: PE = M x G x H, so 6kg x 9.8m/s² = 58.8kgm/s² x 10m = 588kgm/s² = 588 Joules